Host Cities to Include Fredericton, Bathurst, Edmundston, Saint John and Moncton
In consultation with district presidents, the NBMS decided to reimagine the former President’s Tours in 2024, replacing them with a series of five Regional Forums that focused on engagement, learning and the identification of regional and subregional issues.
Over 300 physicians participated in the Regional Forums, with many family members also joining for meals and social activities during each of the weekends. Feedback from the events was overwhelmingly positive, and the level of engagement from members made the forums one of the highlights of the year.
Following the success of this new format, we are excited to announce that the Regional Forums will be returning in 2025. The forums will be held in person over two days, with dates spread throughout the year and in locations across the province, providing a convenient opportunity for all members to participate.
The full schedule is below:
- Delta Hotels Fredericton
- Fredericton, March 21-22
- Danny’s Hotel & Suites
- Bathurst, April 11-12
- Four Points by Sheraton Edmundston Hotel & Conference Center
- Edmundston, September 5-6
- Delta Hotels Saint John
- Saint John, October 3-4
- Delta Hotels Beausejour
- Moncton, November 21-22
While the agendas are still being developed, given that the current Physician Services Master Agreement expires in 2025, we can expect economics to be a primary topic. We will also provide updates on the work of the NBMS, and there will of course be plenty of opportunity for member questions and discussion, and time to socialize with colleagues.
Registration will open in early 2025. We encourage all members to plan to attend one or more of these events and take advantage of the opportunity to connect with colleagues and provide important insight on health system issues.
Jim Johnson, Communications Specialist
